Vandey provides outsourced instructional services to institutions of higher education and is seeking a candidate to work for Vandey to serve in a full-time role as a Course Developer with the University of the People.INTRODUCTION:University of the People (UoPeople) is the first non-profit, tuition-free, American, accredited, 100% online university. Today, UoPeople has over 152,000 students enrolled from more than 200 countries and territories, including 18,800 students who are refugees. Currently accredited by the DEAC, UoPeople is also a candidate for WSCUC accreditation.We believe that higher education is a basic human right and that it can transform not only the lives of students, but also their families' lives, their communities, their nations, and, by extension, the world. See President Reshef’s TED talk when he announced the founding of the University.[ TED talk ]UoPeople is an innovative university, and we welcome team members who bring creativity and innovation to their roles. We’re a fast-paced organization with remote teams all around the globe. If you’re a self-starter who wants to succeed alongside a passionate team, we’d love to hear from you!UoPeople is supported by the generosity of individuals and foundations, including the Gates, Hewlett, Ford Foundations, Foundation Hoffmann, and others. The University has been covered by the New York Times, BBC, NPR, Times Higher Education, US News and World Report, and more. President Reshef’s TED Talk and Nas Daily interview about the University have 30 million views combined.REPORTS TO: Leigh Anne Gearhiser GENERAL PURPOSE: The Course Developer (CD) works closely with the Instructional Design (ID) team to maintain current course materials, including modifying, improving, uploading, and updating online course content to the Learning Management System to create engaging and effective learning experiences for our students. This individual is also responsible for collaborating with the LMS administration team as it relates to improvements or changes to style guides, testing and vetting plugins, and process documentation to ensure proper execution of all look-and-feel and user experience elements. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES: Develops and updates course content using a variety of media, including video, audio, graphics, and interactive elements. Uploads course information to the institution's Learning Management System (LMS) Works closely with instructional designers to ensure that courses meet best practices for online learning and are accessible to all learners. Tests and debugs courses to ensure they function properly across multiple devices and platforms. Ensures application and integration of appropriate teaching and learning theory and distance learning principles into a online course development process. Provides technical assistance and support to instructors when necessary. Consistently researches new online learning tools and technologies and incorporates them into course development. Other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree in education, instructional design, or related field preferred, but not required. Relevant certifications in education and/or educational technology are acceptable. 1 years’ experience required. Fluency in languages is a plus, specifically Arabic and Spanish. Proficient understanding of Learning Management Systems, Moodle preferred. Web development skills (HTML, CSS, etc.). Video creation and video editing skills, and image creation/image editing skills. Ability to pay close attention to detail. Ability to manage time, projects, and resources to achieve goals. Excellent written and oral communication skills in English. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
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Course Developer